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Laurea, Princeton, NJ

Laurea

4.1
4.1
164 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for business meals
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Laurea in Princeton, just outside the gates of the prestigious university, features exceptional food, an eclectic and fresh mix of spirits and wine, polishes service, and a market leading dining and lounge experience.
Laurea offers contemporary Italian cuisine, focusing on the tastes and techniques passed down for generations in Italian families the world over. The blending of traditional and contemporary are on full display for a unique and desirable selection of food and drink.
Laurea operates with the philosophy of selecting the freshest, local ingredients and treating them with the utmost respect and care. The spirit of the cuisine is rooted on simple, traditional Italian cuisine presented in an innovative way. We are committed to Laurea becoming the preferred dining choice for our hotel guests and residents of Princeton alike.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (609) 734-4226
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Christopher Tavares
  • Private party facilities
    2 private dining rooms available.
  • Area
    Princeton
  • Cross Street
    Alexander Road and Route 1
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Entertainment
    Catch A Rising Star Comedy Club and Dinner show.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Xmas Eve at Laurea

    USD 75.00 per person

    24 Dec 2024 only
    This Christmas Eve, join us for the traditional Italian Feast of the Seven Fishes, a celebration of abundance and togetherness. The evening will feature a sumptuous seafood spread, honoring a cherished holiday tradition.
    Xmas Eve at Laurea photo
  • New Year's Eve 2024

    USD 95.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Ring in the new year at Laurea with an elegant and unforgettable evening of fine dining, sparkling drinks, and festive cheer. This special dinner is crafted to delight the senses and set the tone for a bright year ahead. The celebration begins with exquisite appetizers, accompanied by signature cocktails or bubbly prosecco. The main course offers a selection of gourmet dishes such as perfectly cooked center cut filet mignon, branzino, among other delicious options. Raise your glass to a night of joy, laughter, and new beginnings. Let's welcome the New Year together in style.
    New Year's Eve 2024 photo

What 164 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.1
4.1 based on recent ratings
  • 3.9Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Mercer

    Child-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Laurea offers a great dining experience with "excellent food and dessert" and "extremely friendly and attentive service." Located in the Hyatt Regency, it features a beautiful bar area and unique specials. While some diners noted the hotel setting affects ambiance, the "serious value" and flavorful dishes make it a standout choice.

164 Reviews
  1. Stephanie

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was really great. It was our first Thanksgiving at a restaurant, and the food was so good, our server (I think her name was Kylie) was so nice, and we all were happy.

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  2. Carlos

    New York City

    15 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Appetizers were good. Main courses came out cold and not very flavorful. Drinks were so-so. Parking on a Friday night in the Hyatt parking lot was awful. There are better places to eat. This is a typical restaurant found inside a hotel.

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  3. Danielle

    New York City

    32 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant is beautiful and the service is fantastic. The appetizers and drinks we had were awesome but thr entrees were lacking with overcooked proteins. We wouls go back again just for drinks and apps.

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  4. stefanie

    New York City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was phenomenal. Food was good and a great stop overall.

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  5. Robert

    Philadelphia

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were greeted by John the host and while sitting us we chatted and he made my wife, Jen and I feel so welcomed on top of him being warmly funny. Our Server, sorry for got her name, was extremely attentive, helpful and so nice. We talked and she was so helpful at making drink selections. Which were perfectly crafted. For dinner, We started with the charcuterie board. Which was loaded with delicious meats, cheese and sides. Then we moved in to our mains. We both ordered pastas dishes since they were made fresh onsite. I ordered the Bolognese and my wife got  gnocchi with a Cacio e pepe sauce. Both dishes were plentiful, delectable, but we couldn’t finish. We had some desert Martinis, one chocolate and coffee with a Crème Burle to share and were very happy with those as well. I highly recommend if not for the ambiance and great food but for the perfect dining experience.

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  6. Louis

    New Jersey

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    What a great restaurant for food. You could put Laurea in downtown Princeton and it would fit right in. The Charcuterie board was fresh, the focaccia was delicious and the entrees were excellent. We had the Tuscan Chicken and the Red Snapper. The downside is it’s in a weird hotel. It definitely takes away from the ambiance. The night we went there were a bunch of unattended children running around the hotel screaming which was unfortunate. However, the food’s great and the bar is beautiful.

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  7. Fred

    New York City

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 4 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good food and unique specials if you wanted to try something different. I highly recommend them, both the restaurant and the specials!

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  8. Jake

    Philadelphia

    6 reviews

    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 29 September 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    The price to value was not there. The prices were fairly high like NYC or Philly high and the food/drink and ambience not even remotely close to being there. Also they should specify there are part of a HOTEL. I was under the impression that it was a standalone restaurant.

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  9. owen

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good customer service. Food was great and the waitress was very nice to the kids as well. A family place

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  10. Tracy

    Cancun

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 26 September 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was okay nothing special at all. If anything the drinks was better then the food. I waiter was interesting the least to say. Overall give it a 1 star

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FAQs

Laurea offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (609) 734-4226.

Laurea is rated 4.1 stars by 164 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Laurea

102 Carnegie Center, Princeton, NJ 08540-6200

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Alexander Road and Route 1
  • Area
    Princeton
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Bar Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–12:00 am Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Christopher Tavares
  • Entertainment
    Catch A Rising Star Comedy Club and Dinner show.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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